$500,000 investment provides better opportunities for CNC students

Nov 2, 2020 | 10:47 AM

PRINCE GEORGE—A $500,000 investment towards the College of New Caledonia (CNC) will help provide students enrolled in the heavy mechanical trades program better tools to help advance their knowledge in heavy duty mechanics.

The investment by Finning Canada includes equipment for CNC’s heavy mechanical trades program, ranging from toolbox sets and engines, to transmissions, pumps, and axles.

“By providing tools and equipment to CNC so they can help students gain the necessary experience and education in the trades, we are helping to open doors to gainful employment opportunities for the next generation of talent.”—Kevin Parkes, President, Finning Canada

The College has renamed one of its newest buildings in recognition of the partnership to, “Finning Heavy Mechanical Trades Training Facility.” Finning Canada and the College have had an on-going relationship since CNC first purchased equipment from them in 2013.

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“Community and industry partners continue to drive the educational experience forward at CNC and open avenues for students to gain employment,” said CNC President, Dr. Dennis Johnson.

Finning Canada has also provided CNC instructors with educational opportunities, funded awards for students, and sponsored the College’s Skills Competition.

by Veronica Beltran

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$500,000 investment provides better opportunities for CNC students

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